1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | M3 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |